Controls Technical Lead Engineer - Robotics

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Requisition

Location:

Lewis Center, OH, US,

Date:
Jul 23, 2026

About ATS Industrial Automation

With 40+ Years of experience bringing excellence to the automation field, ATS is an industry-leading automation
solutions provider to many of the world’s most successful companies. We leverage our experience by creating
custom automation, repeat automation, and services in industries such as transportation, consumer products and
energy.

About the Role

As a Senior Robotics / Controls Design Engineer you will be the driving force behind bringing ATS’ machines to life.
You will be a part of a highly motivated, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working to design and commission world-class
automation solutions. You will drive impact in developing machine concepts, designing control software, integrating
software into electrical/mechanical systems, process development and ultimately site installations worldwide. You will
have the opportunity to program state-of-the-art automation equipment with PLCs, PCs, Robotics, motion controllers,
vision systems, dispense systems, laser systems and other leading-edge technologies – with a strong emphasis on
on
robotics
that are central to our automation platforms. This position also offers the added
benefit of international travel to support global project deployments.

• · Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements
  based on standard ATS programming methods.
• · Debug and commission control systems at our facility and on-site at customer locations.
• · Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers,
  sensors, vision systems, dispense systems and lasers.
• · Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve
  methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality and
  reduced cost.
• · Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to ensure that labor and
  material budgets as well as scheduled delivery dates are adhered to or improved upon.
• · Work with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems in order to
  provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system.
• · Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify software program completeness.
• · Provide accurate documentation for each project.
• · Advise customer on solving technical problems.
• · Follow and contribute to quality program (ex. ISO / NQA) procedures
• · Provide customer with training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles
  and program structure).
• · Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the
  ATS Code of Business Conduct.
• · Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures. This includes following LOTO procedures and wearing
  appropriate PPE.
• · These responsibilities are subject to change as a function of the individual’s abilities.

• · Travel to customer and supplier sites to perform installation, commissioning and training duties.
• · This position requires frequent and extended travel, both domestically and internationally. You must be fully
  prepared to spend significant time at customer and supplier sites, often on short notice, to support system
  installation, commissioning, and training.
• · Travel is a core and essential part of this role to support system integration and customer success.

Education:

• • Post-secondary degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical, systems, or computer engineering.

Experience:

• · 6+ years of experience in engineering design, development, programming and commissioning automated
  systems, custom machinery or industrial equipment.
• · Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem solving skills.
• · Thorough understanding and hands‑on experience with PLCs, robotics control systems and machine operation.
• · Demonstrated hands‑on experience with…